How to Pronounce Respiration

To pronounce "respiration", say RESP-ir-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ɹɛspɪˈɹeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ɹɛspɪˈɹeɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “respiration”

"respiration" has 4 syllables: resp-ir-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does respiration mean?

noun

  1. The process of inhaling and exhaling; breathing, breath.
  2. An act of breathing; a breath.

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Words that rhyme with respiration

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

breathingbreathebreathbreatherventilatoryrespiratorventilatorlung

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "respiration"?▾

"Respiration" has 4 syllables: resp · ir · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "respiration"?▾

The IPA transcription of "respiration" is /ɹɛspɪˈɹeɪʃən/.

What does "respiration" mean?▾

Respiration: The process of inhaling and exhaling; breathing, breath.

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